Saturday, June 13, 2009

Medicinal Herbs


Continuing our discussion on medicinal herbs.........
Andrographis
Andrographis paniculata
Parts used Leaves, aerial parts

Andrographis features in the traditional medicine of China, Thailand, India and Korea.An extremely bitter herb, it is used as a digestive tonic in Ayurvedic medicine, while in traditional Chinese medicine, Its cooling properties mean that it is indicated for dispelling heat and treating infections and toxins. Andrographis also has immune-stimulating properties, and is used to help prevent colds and flu to treat their symptons.

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